About

Longborough Festival Opera is one of the UK's finest country opera houses: an intimate 500-seat theatre set amidst the glorious rolling hills of the Cotswolds.

Each performance is created especially for the Festival: talented designers, directors, conductors and the best up-and-coming artists coming together to bring you something you won't have seen anywhere else.

Located in the grounds of founders Martin and Lizzie Graham’s home, a visit to Longborough ensures a unique experience which truly captures the drama and emotion happening on stage.

This summer, take in the picturesque views, bring a picnic and enjoy spectacular opera at Longborough.

2018 What's On

The 2018 Festival four new productions: Wagner's Der fliegende Hollander, Verdi's La traviata, Strauss's Ariadne auf Naxos, and Monteverdi's L'incoronazione di Poppea. Whether you come to one opera or all four, and whether you bring a picnic or book a three-course meal in our exclusive restaurant – we look forward to welcoming you to Longborough.

Wagner's Der fliegende Hollander (6 to 13 June)
Performances on Wednesday 6, Saturday 9, Monday 11 and Wednesday 13 June

Verdi's La traviata (23 June to 3 July)
Performances on Saturday 23 June, Tuesday 26, Thursday 28, Saturday 30, Sunday 1 July and Tuesday 3 July

Strauss's Ariadne auf Naxos (13 to 21 July)
Performances on Friday 13, Sunday 15, Tuesday 17, Thursday 19 and Saturday 21

Monteverdi's L'incoronazione di Poppea (28 July to 2 August)
Performances on Saturday 28 July, Monday 30, Tuesday 31 and Thursday 2 August